Scottsdale’s nightlife scene gets a fresh spark as Bar Bambino, nestled inside Élephante, has reopened with a redesigned space and elevated programming. The intimate, design-forward lounge blends sophisticated cocktails, immersive events, and live entertainment, offering guests a go-to destination for late-night conversation and dance-floor energy.
The venue’s refreshed design expands its footprint with two new lounge areas, creating private spaces for mingling and celebration. Bronze mirrored ceilings, dramatic chandeliers, and smoked glass sconces set a warm, glamorous tone, while textures like Verde marble, plush green carpet, jungle-inspired wall coverings, and green velvet curtains add depth and character. Even the restrooms are a standout, featuring monochromatic green tiles, lime wash finishes, and marble flooring.
Bar Bambino’s menu reflects a balance of sophistication and comfort, offering signature martinis served with a sidecar, inventive cocktails like the Italian-inspired El Finale, the Japanese-infused Osaka Sour, and the soon-to-launch La Bamba vodka highball with basil and pomegranate grenadine.
Guests can also enjoy an espresso martini flight, the perfectly balanced Paper Plane, and shareable bites including zeppole, cucumber + radish crudités, and shrimp cocktail. Heartier dishes like the pollo fritto, warm lobster roll, ham and cheese melt, tuna + rösti with optional caviar, mascarpone & prosecco arancini, and the house-ground Bambino burger round out the menu, with vanilla soft serve providing a sweet finish.
The updated weekly programming introduces themed nights to keep the energy flowing throughout the week. Thursdays feature live jazz or DJ sets for a refined start to the weekend, Fridays and Saturdays host Disco After Dark with rotating DJs and performers, and Sundays offer Industry Night with casual games, specials, and a space for hospitality professionals to unwind.
Bar Bambino also curates special recurring events, including Magic & Martinis, secret pop-up performances, and monthly collaborations with guest bars and restaurants, bringing surprise and creativity to the experience.
Seasonal celebrations and holiday programming are also on the calendar, making the lounge a destination for festive gatherings through November and December. Bar Bambino is open Thursday through Sunday from 6 p.m. until late at Élephante Scottsdale. For more information, visit barbambino.com.
